silver palm plant Silver Palm

silver palm plant Silver PalmThe Silver Palm (Coccothrinax argentata) is a striking native Florida species that brings both beauty and ecological value to the landscape. Reaching heights of 5 to 20 feet with a slender 5 foot spread, this slow growing palm features elegant white flowers and vibrant red to purple fruit that attract bees, birds, and butterflies. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well drained soils rich in sand, lime rock, or humus, especially those

The Silver Palm (Coccothrinax argentata) is a striking native Florida species that brings both beauty and ecological value to the landscape. Reaching heights of 5 to 20 feet with a slender 5-foot spread, this slow-growing palm features elegant white flowers and vibrant red to purple fruit that attract bees, birds, and butterflies. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils rich in sand, lime rock, or humus, especially those with a calcareous (high pH) profile. Notably resilient, the Silver Palm withstands hurricane-force winds and serves as a larval host for the monk skipper butterfly. Its fruit provides food and nesting material for birds, making it a vital addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. Listed as threatened in Florida, planting Silver Palm supports native habitat restoration while adding a graceful, silvery accent to your garden.

• Palm, slow growing
• State-threatened
• Size: 5-20 ft. tall by 5 ft. wide
• Flower: White
• Fruit: Red, purple
• Exposure: Full sun, part shade
• Moisture: Well-drained
• Soil: Sand, lime rock, humus
• Soil pH: Calcareous
• Hurricane wind resistance
• Birds use it for nesting and food
• Bees are attracted to the flowers
• Larval host for monk skipper

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